Manchester - March 16th 2019

THE DROP﻿​A different kind of race

Details:

The Drop -

Using a little bit of military know how we have come up with possibly the most challenging race in the UK!

The Drop has a an option of a 15 or 10 mile drop location.

Solo or make up a team of anyway you want. .

At registration you will hand over all electronic devices, phones, watches and money! In return you will be given, a race number and an emergency bag. All these items are then sealed in the back as you enter the coach.

You will be placed on our bus, blindfolded** and then driven to your drop location (The distances are as the crow flies) from the event centre. Here you will be released at 1 minute intervals, all you have to do is make your way back to the event centre.

No MapNo GPSNo RouteNo HelpNo Compass

You are fully self sufficient from the moment you leave the coach, make your own way. So run, walk or crawl your way back.

Be warned now, the distances are as the crow flies**blindfolded, we will be using blackout safety goggles, we appreciate that some people may have problems but don't worry we have an alternative!

Rules:

The following will get you disqualified;

Using of a gps device. Recording your progress is acceptable, but the device you use will have to be sealed in the emergency bag. (We will supply this and seal it for you!)

Using a map other than any that we choose to give you, See example below!

Using anything except your own two legs to get you to the finish (the tracker can't lie!)

Breaking the seal on the emergency kit bag

Event centre location & Finish point:

Registration: Manchester City Centre, Up & Running

Parking: Parking is available in the city centre, please park sensibly near by, preferably arrange to car share. be aware how long you could be parking for.

Catering: Hot drinks and snacks, Jacket potatoes and a whole heap of other foods are available next to the finish line. Its a bust City centre so lots of options

Photos from the 2015 'The Drop'

Questions and one or two answers

Start TimesThese will depend on the exact location of the drop, expect this to be anything between 10:00am and 11:00am we will be sending you off at 2 minute intervals from the bus.

Cut off times?6 Hours (10 mile) If you can't make the generous cut off time, DO NOT enter this event, you will be putting your self and our team at risk. (10 miles as the crow flies could end up been 20 depending how lost you get)See individual event for other cutoff times.

Prizes? 10, 15 & 30Men: 1stWomen: 1st

What support is available along the route?There is NO support available after the start, NO first aid, NO physio, NO toilets NO water etc, if you don't like this don't enter.

There will be NO sweeper vehicle, you have to make your own way back.

What is the terrain?How the heck do we know, the route is entirely your choice, hills, moors, canals, tracks and road... You decide

What kit do I need to bring on the day?There are several things that you will need on the day to help you to perform your best. The following list is just a suggestion of what we have found useful - talk to other athletes, Join a local club who will be able to give you some great advice and develop a list to best suit you. * Warm/suitable clothes for prior to and after the event, these can be left on the bus and will be at the event centre on your return.* Race numbers - pinned/attached to your race t-shirt/top or race belt, and any medical conditions clearly written on the back of your number. You will need to show your race numbers for the duration of the event and at prize giving.

Map of how to get to the event venue!

Mandatory kit - Mandatory Kit list regardless of the weather for all competitors, this is the minimum we will expect you to have.

• Waterproof jacket - not a log flume poncho or super market fashion jacket, it has to have a waterproof membrane with taped seams

• Waterproof trousers see point 1

•Long sleeve top

• Hat and gloves (not for August)

• Torch and spare batteries Back light or Glowstick (advisory 10 - compulsory for the 15 and 30)

• Foil blanket

• Whistle

We will be doing spot checks on the day, anyone who does not have this minimum kit or in OUR opinion is not prepared for the weather / event will NOT be starting.Glow sticks / Foil blankets can be purchased on the day £2.50 each

How can I check race results?If, you finish, race results will be published within two hours of race ending, on our website under the 'Results'. On the day results will be available from the race results centre - Somewhere in the event centre. It is your responsibility to visit the website if you want them in a hurry!

Can under 18-year olds enter your events?We are sorry but due to Child Protection and Insurance restrictions, we do not currently allow any under 18-year olds to enter our events. But keep in touch or drop us an email as this might be changing.

Do I need to bring any forms with me?No, at registration you will need to provide your name and address details & an emergency contact. If you have decided to give your place to someone else it is important that you let us know at registration so that we can update our records in case of an emergency, and for timing purposes.

Are there any water / feed station?NO

Drop BagPlease leave a drop bag at the event centre, you are welcome to find a quiet space on the floor for a few hours recovery! (NO space Christmas edition)

Where do I park?The venue has plenty parking but please park sensibly. (EXCEPT, Christmas edition, this is a town centre location and as such there are parking restrictions/charges. Bus and Train stations are less than 1 minute walk from HQ)

When and where is the prize giving?The prize giving will be in the event centre as you pass through the finish line.

RefundsNO, there will be no refunds. from the moment you enter we start to incure costs.

Change of participantIf you wish to have another competitor take your place a £5.00 admin charge will be made.

Huge thanks to Sinead, Marsden Races for all her enthusiasm and support getting 'The Drop' off the ground! Now you all Know who to blame.

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